■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
A
When locking or unlocking the doors
The system can be operated when the elec-
tronic key is within about 0.7 m (2.3 ft.) of an
outside door handle. (Only the doors detecting
the key can be operated.)
B
When starting the hybrid system or chang-
ing power switch modes
The system can be operated when the elec-
tronic key is inside the vehicle.
■ If an alarm sounds or a warning message is displayed
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning messages shown on
the multi-information display are used to prevent theft of the vehicle and accidents result-
ing from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures in response to any warning
message on the multi-information display.
The following table describes situations and correction procedures when only an alarm
sounds.
● When an interior alarm pings repeatedly
Situation: The power switch was turned to ACC while the driver’s door was open (The
driver’s door was opened when the power switch was in ACC).
Correction procedure: Turn the power switch off and close the driver’s door.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system, wireless remote control and immobilizer system use weak
radio waves. In the following situations, the communication between the electronic key
and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless
remote control and immobilizer system from operating properly.
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display, airport
or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metallic
objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
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